Over 20 years’ broad-based experience in chemicals & energy industry with senior management roles across Asia Pacific and EMEA regions (Europe, South America, Africa and Arabia). Consistent track record of success in innovation, profit growth ( full P&L), continuous improvement and cost efficiency. A hands-on leader who puts brands / companies ahead of the curve via operational and business excellence as well as talent development. Spearheaded critical turnarounds for multimillion-dollar businesses; astute eye to identify growth opportunities, risk factors and customer markets. Formulates effective product and distribution strategies. Lead negotiator in major procurement, investment and partnership deals; achieves win-win resolutions. Catalyses innovation and new business development, with engineering background to drive cost and process efficiencies in technologically complex environments. Strong interpersonal and cultural savvy to build and mobilize high-performance, diverse teams. • Experienced entrepreneur who holds German citizenship.• 4+ years as Business Director for Asia Basic Petrochemicals Business and Joint Ventures where he improved significantly the business in different areas and segments• P&L to >$1Bn plus - Multi plants/JVs (4 SBU’s) as well as different roles and responsibilities (e.g. sales, marketing, production/manufacturing, procurement, strategy etc.)• Numerous cross border JV's and investment project developments as well as M&A• Doctorate in Chemical/Process engineering as well as full degree in Business Administration• Leads large teams from different functions, regions and cultures• Strong business acumen including a very strategic focus• Able to work in a fast moving and flexible environment with strong proven performance track record • Broad range of experience with strong capability to work in other industries and functions (e.g. energy, chemicals, polymers, materials, agrochemicals, feed&food, renewables etc.)
Listed skills include Management, Unternehmensstrategie, Asia, Business Strategy, and 24 others.